The heat is most intense in the south-east of England as Writtle in Essex has recorded a 33.9C (93F) high, surpassing the previous high recorded today in Frittenden, Kent, at 33.6C. Meanwhile, the thermometer in East Malling, Kent, hit 33.8C.

Wildfires continue to rage in Izmir, Turkey, forcing the evacuation of 50,000 people as strong winds fuel the flames. Passengers captured dramatic footage of the fires from the skies while Izmir’s airport suspended flights.